2012 Ford C-Max vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford C-Max | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | C-Max | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1626 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2648 mm | 2601 mm |
